2006 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
